&pizza, a Washington, D.C.–based company known for its trademark ampersand, gourmet handmade pizzas, inventive flavour combinations, localized store design, and dedication to the communities it serves, announced it has received a $10 million investment for growth and expansion...

The Dairy Queen system, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is helping fans raise America’s romance grade. According to a national poll, the average American gives their significant other an “F” on Romance, and 62 percent of Americans receive clichéd Valentine’s gifts. The DQbrand aims to raise the...

New York City–based frozen yogurt operator 16 Handles will launch new day-parts concept focused on breakfast, lunch, and snacks starting Wednesday, February 25. Launches in other NYC stores will continue through spring.

Fatburger, known for its made-to-order burgers, adds limited-time items to its menu. Guests can now enjoy Fatburger’s special Thousand Island Burger, as well as a creamy and decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Milkshake until May 1.

When it comes to limited-service Italian, pizza reigns supreme. Five-time James Beard Award finalist chef Gerard Craft believes he can change that with Porano Pasta + Gelato, a new fast-casual concept slated to open in downtown St. Louis this summer.

Firehouse Subs, a fast casual with more than 860 locations, announced a nationwide rollout of Apple Pay. Firehouse Subs offers guests the option to make mobile payments from their iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, and soon the Apple Watch, bringing a faster and more convenient experience.

Now through Sunday, February 15, Nestlé Toll House Cafés across the country are pairing their signature Cherry Hot Chocolate with specially designed heart-shaped cookies and other cherry-filled delights. From chocolate-cherry almond brownies to cherry cream cheese cookie tarts, the company is...

Though U.S. consumption is well below other proteins today, seafood will likely be an increasingly important part of the American diet in the years to come. The country’s population is predicted to grow by 89 million between 2010 and 2050 to 401 million people. More people require more food—and...

When Lori Newcomb found out she had stage III ovarian cancer last year, she made it her mission to learn more about the disease and help other women fighting the same battle. She sat down with her husband, Chris Newcomb, cofounder and CEO of Southern quick-service chain Newk’s Eatery, and together...

Convenience stores are increasingly taking a larger slice out of the quick-serve pie with fresh food offerings. It’s become such a lucrative business for C-stores that Sheetz, the Pennsylvania-based C-store chain that this week opened its 500th location, is planning stores designed more as fast...

When fast-casual chain Zoës Kitchen Inc. debuted on the New York Stock Exchange last April, the Plano, Texas–based Mediterranean-style eatery recorded its initial public offering at $87.5 million. Satisfying an investor appetite for investments within the trendy fast-casual space, Zoës’ strong...

Kevin Kester’s family has been farming in the U.S. for generations. And it’s not just a couple of generations they’ve been farming; more like generations upon generations, way back to the 1600s, specifically in California since the 1860s. Today, Kester owns a 22,000-acre beef cattle ranch in...

While the fast-casual category continues to be the fastest-growing industry sector, the road in 2015 will be bumpy. We will see constant change and challenges around every corner. For industry leaders, there are issues that will keep even the most seasoned executive awake at night.
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